Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Three Layer Pound Cake, a show-stopping dessert that combines the richness of vanilla and chocolate into three moist, tender layers. This cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply as a treat to elevate your dessert game at home. Its stunning presentation makes it an attractive centerpiece at any event, while its delicious taste will leave everyone asking for seconds. Easy to make and fully customizable, this pound cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 5 tablespoons hot water
- 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 3 oz heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (162°C) and grease a tube pan.
- In a small bowl, combine cocoa powder with hot water; set aside.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in another bowl; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time until combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture and milk alternately until smooth.
- Fold in the cocoa mixture for the chocolate layer.
- Pour batters into prepared pan (alternating layers if desired) and bake for about 60–70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg